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About

South Woodford ward lies in the northern part of the London Borough of Redbridge, bordering Epping Forest. It is primarily a residential area characterised by suburban housing, ranging from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to larger inter-war semis and modern apartment blocks. The ward is well-connected by the Central line, with South Woodford station serving as a key transport hub, facilitating commutes into central London.

The area centres around George Lane, a main high street offering a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants. Nearby, the historic Sir James Hawkey Hall functions as a community venue. A notable local feature is the former Charlie Brown's Roundabout, officially the Waterworks Corner Roundabout, known for its seasonal festive decorations. Open spaces include the local Churchfields recreation ground and the proximity to the expansive woodland of Epping Forest.

Area overview

On average South Woodford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Woodford is £83,791 per year. There are 5 schools in South Woodford: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity. South Woodford is home to around 12,833 people, with a population density of about 6,289.5 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

South Woodford Population
12,833
Population density
6,289.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
20.1(-34%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.7(-30%)
Vehicle crime
15.58(+60%)
Shoplifting
12.08(+19%)
Other theft
7.79(-33%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,657
44.09%
Other White
1,690
13.17%
Indian
1,302
10.15%
Pakistani
979
7.63%
Bangladeshi
446
3.48%
Total population: 12,832

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,609
53.86%
Level 3 (A level)
1,362
13.08%
No qualifications
1,266
12.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,009
9.69%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
608
5.84%
Total 16+ residents: 10,414

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,643
32.08%
Owns outright
1,556
30.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,443
28.17%
Social rents from council
186
3.63%
Other social rented
143
2.79%
Total households: 5,122

Property prices in South Woodford

Based on 128 recent sales, the median property price is £592,500 in South Woodford area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £2,725,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Woodford in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in South Woodford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£940,000
Flats58£403,750
Semi-Detached20£787,500
Terraced44£729,500

10 years median price trend in South Woodford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Woodford.

All postcodes in South Woodford

E181LX

Cadogan Gardens

E182AL

Cleveland Road

E182BH

Woodford Road

E182HH

Byron Avenue

E182QN

High Road

E181LT

Cadogan Gardens

E182DJ

Broadwalk

E182JL

Hillcrest Road

E182JE

Grove Hill

E181AP

Marlborough Road

E181AQ

Alveston Square

E181QB

Hermon Hill

E181QG

Broxbourne Avenue

E182JB

Grove Hill

E181GN

South Woodford

E181YZ

Marlborough Road

E181BA

South Woodford

E181JP

Maybank Avenue

E181LP

Kenwood Gardens

E182HX

Bressey Grove

E182HZ

Grove Hill

E182QL

High Road

E181PZ

Alexandra Road

E182AT

Lansdowne Villas

E182HR

Malford Court

E182HU

Bressey Grove

E182HY

Grove Hill

E182NA

High Road

E181EF

Mulberry Way

E181BD

The Shrubberies

E181BN

Eastwood Road

E181NW

Lime Tree Close

E181RH

Thornwood Close

E181BF

Primrose Road

E181FF

Chigwell Road

E182AS

Torrington Road

E181LY

Cadogan Gardens

E181PY

Orford Road

E182EG

Woodford Road

E182JA

Grove Hill

E181AY

George Lane

E181JS

Essex Road

E181PL

Ashbourne Avenue

E181AG

Station Approach

E181LH

Victoria Road

E181NJ

Chigwell Road

E182DW

Broadwalk

E182DH

Malford Grove

E181BQ

South Woodford

E181FD

Chigwell Road

E181JN

Cowslip Road

E182AQ

Bedford Road

E182LS

Electric Parade

E189EJ

South Woodford

E182JX

Craig Gardens

E182UA

Laurel Way

E189AE

Marlborough Road

E189EF

South Woodford

E181FA

Chigwell Road

E181JT

Woodville Road

E181LU

Cadogan Gardens

E182DT

Bushey Avenue

E181DE

Primrose Road

E182AJ

Cleveland Road

E182DN

Broadwalk

E182EY

Woodford Road

E182HJ

High View Road

E181PF

Charnwood Drive

E181PX

Pelham Road

E182DR

Cheyne Avenue

E182EJ

Woodford Road

E182RS

Bedford Road

E182YZ

Marlborough Road

E181ND

Onslow Gardens

E182BJ

The Drive

E181JU

Woodville Road

E181NB

Onslow Gardens

E181PD

Charnwood Drive

E181QQ

Hermon Hill

E182DY

Malford Grove

E182ED

Woodford Road

E181NE

Onslow Gardens

E181PS

Pulteney Road

E182AY

Cleveland Road

E182HN

High View Road

E181LS

Chigwell Road

E181NA

Onslow Gardens

E182DS

Bushey Avenue

E182LE

Grove End

E181BZ

Marlborough Road

E181LD

Granville Road

E181PH

Ashbourne Avenue

E182EN

Meadow Walk

E182JT

High Road

E182DU

Coppice Way

E181QA

Burton Road

E182EE

Woodford Road

E111SZ

Osprey Close

E181ED

Mulberry Way

E182AN

Cleveland Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.